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Microelectronics Systems Technology

Courses with this prefix may not transfer with credit to a four-year institution unless applied as part of the 12 allowable professional technical credits for the AAOT or ASOT-Business.

SM-049 Semiconductor Operator I

10 credits, not offered every term

Workplace readiness program focusing on basic skills required for entry-level operator

SM-050 Semiconductor Operator II

10 credits, not offered every term

A continuation of SM-049. Corequisite: SM-049.

SM-136 Photolithograph

2 credits, Winter

Provides knowledge on the relationship between theoretical and practical aspects of current methods and equipment used in photolithography, as well as troubleshooting common process and equipment-related problems. Recommended: SM-150.

SM-150 Semiconductor Processing I

2 credits, Fall

Provides general background knowledge on the processes required to manufacture integrated circuit devices, beginning with silicon material preparation and ending with testing of a completed device. Microcontamination also covered.

SM-160 Semiconductor Processing II

2 credits, Winter

Provides an overview of basic processes involved in the fabrication of finished silicon wafers, oxidation and deposition processes. Troubleshooting of common equipment is emphasized. Recommended: SM-150.

SM-170 Semiconductor Processing III

2 credits, Spring

Covers the essential process and equipment related to etching, diffusion and ion implantation. Troubleshooting of common equipment and process related problems are emphasized. Recommended: SM-150.

SM-229 Vacuum Technology

2 credits, Spring

Focuses on elementary theory and practice of vacuum equipment for microelectronics processing. Students study vacuum fundamentals, pumps and equipment used in vacuum systems. Recommended: SM-150.

SM-280 Electronics & Microelectronics/CWE

2-6 credits

Fall/Winter/Spring/Summer